2024 HR Trends – Recruiting Takes the Number One Spot
ASE partner, McLean & Company, a renowned HR research and advisory firm, has released its annual HR Trends Report 2024.
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January 15, 2024
January 13, 2024
How to Build a Culture of Wellness
For most businesses, this entails setting priorities, fortifying values, crystallizing goals, and fostering the retention of their workforce.
January 12, 2024
It pays to participate in SBAM’s workers’ compensation program
Members enrolled in the SBAM-sponsored Accident Fund workers’ compensation program receive an up-front 5% premium discount and the potential to earn an annual dividend based on the performance of the […]
January 12, 2024
Giving Customers the Supreme Service that Keeps Them Coming Back
On this edition of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Annette Crandall, president of custom injection molder Quality Assured Plastics.
January 11, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – January 11, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
January 10, 2024
Department of Labor Changes Independent Contractor Standards
The US Department of Labor is changing the standards under which an individual can be treated as an Independent Contractor, effective March 11, 2024. It is important that any business […]
January 9, 2024
After Her Removal Vote, Karamo: ‘I Am the Chair’
A special meeting of the Michigan Republican Party State Committee members voted to remove Chair Kristina Karamo and three other party officials from their positions.
January 9, 2024
2024 Starts With a Bang
The 2024 calendar year doesn’t need Michigan’s now-legal aerial fireworks to give it a bang. The story lines hitting Michigan’s political scene have the new year off to a fast start. Here’s MIRS' Top 9 to …
January 9, 2024
Cost of Employee Benefits: Trends and Strategies
Understanding the current trends in the ever-evolving landscape of employee benefits, is crucial for businesses aiming to stay competitive while maintaining a healthy profit margin.
January 8, 2024
The Small Business Briefing – January 8, 2024
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
January 8, 2024
Embracing the Spirit of Service on MLK Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 15, 2024) is a day to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his commitment to social justice through acts of […]
January 8, 2024
Expect Union Organizing to be Speedy in 2024
On December 26, 2023, representation case procedures changed under a rule published in August 2023 by the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”). Essentially, the rule is reimplementing the 2014 Obama era “Quickie Election” rules.
January 5, 2024
Grow Fast but Keep Business Health in Mind
On this week's episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Adam McCauley and Ryan Dost, the founders of Sandlot Sports, a very successful screen printing and embroidery business located in the Saginaw …
January 5, 2024
New Year Means Focus on Training
Depending on how your 2023 turned out, it’s probable you have goals for your teams for 2024. Make sure one of those goals is training.
January 5, 2024
Non-union Employers Should Be Preparing for 2024
As we closed out 2023, unions continued to win recognition elections at a rate of almost 75%. In 2023 this percentage is from 1,316 certification elections run nationally.
January 4, 2024
Can AI Reduce Bias in HR Processes?
Approximately one year following the widespread introduction of ChatGPT, the realm of generative AI (GenAI) has generated a mix of enthusiasm and apprehension among employees and their respective organizations.
January 4, 2024
Unlocking Success: The Crucial Role of ASE Training and Development Courses in Building Strong Leaders
In the fast-paced and ever-changing landscape of the professional world, organizations that invest in the growth and development of their leaders stand out as industry leaders.
January 3, 2024
Make Your Small Group Employee Benefits Easier to Manage
Did you know that SBAM has its own team of experts dedicated to navigating the intricacies of employee benefits just for you?
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